(Satureia montana LAMIACEAE)
Has similar uses as summer savory, though is stronger flavored due to a higher content of thymol. Winter savory is especially useful for flavoring game and strong flavored meats. As a perennial it is evergreen and available year-round.
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| Flowers: | | Small light blue flowers |
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| Lifecycle: | | 2 (0: N/A, 1: annual, 2: perennial, 3: biennial) |
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| Height: | | 12 inches |
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| Diameter: | | 9 to 12 inches |
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| Heirloom: | | yes |
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| Container Planting: | | yes |
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Cultural Requirements:
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| USDA Zones: | | 4 to 8 |
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| Propagation / Germination: | | Germinates in about 7 days at 70 F. |
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| Spacing: | | 9 inches apart |
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| Sun: | | Full sun |
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| Pests and Diseases: | | None noted. |
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Garden Medicinals offers over 220 varieties of medicinal and culinary herb seeds, roots, potato onions, specialty garlic varieties, and select heirloom vegetable and ethnic flower seed. All seeds are non-gmo, open-pollinated and untreated. Most seeds are naturally grown and a few are certified organic. Our vegetable seeds do especially well in hot, humid climates where vegetable production can be difficult. Our herb selection also includes dormant root stock of ginger, ginseng, goldenseal, black cohosh, false unicorn, and wild yam.
Note: Medicinal uses of herbs mentioned in our store are not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please see a qualified medical practitioner for diagnosis if you have a health problem.